Height Conversion Chart: Feet & Inches to Centimeters
Complete height conversion reference from feet and inches to centimeters and meters. Essential for medical records, travel documents, and international applications.
Quick Formula
1. Convert feet to inches: feet × 12
2. Add remaining inches
3. Multiply total inches by 2.54 to get cm
Common Heights
Complete Height Conversion Table
| Feet & Inches | Centimeters | Meters |
|---|---|---|
| 4'0" | 122 cm | 1.22 m |
| 4'1" | 124 cm | 1.24 m |
| 4'2" | 127 cm | 1.27 m |
| 4'3" | 130 cm | 1.30 m |
| 4'4" | 132 cm | 1.32 m |
| 4'5" | 135 cm | 1.35 m |
| 4'6" | 137 cm | 1.37 m |
| 4'7" | 140 cm | 1.40 m |
| 4'8" | 142 cm | 1.42 m |
| 4'9" | 145 cm | 1.45 m |
| 4'10" | 147 cm | 1.47 m |
| 4'11" | 150 cm | 1.50 m |
| 5'0" | 152 cm | 1.52 m |
| 5'1" | 155 cm | 1.55 m |
| 5'2" | 157 cm | 1.57 m |
| 5'3" | 160 cm | 1.60 m |
| 5'4" | 163 cm | 1.63 m |
| 5'5" | 165 cm | 1.65 m |
| 5'6" | 168 cm | 1.68 m |
| 5'7" | 170 cm | 1.70 m |
| 5'8" | 173 cm | 1.73 m |
| 5'9" | 175 cm | 1.75 m |
| 5'10" | 178 cm | 1.78 m |
| 5'11" | 180 cm | 1.80 m |
| 6'0" | 183 cm | 1.83 m |
| 6'1" | 185 cm | 1.85 m |
| 6'2" | 188 cm | 1.88 m |
| 6'3" | 191 cm | 1.91 m |
| 6'4" | 193 cm | 1.93 m |
| 6'5" | 196 cm | 1.96 m |
| 6'6" | 198 cm | 1.98 m |
| 6'7" | 201 cm | 2.01 m |
| 6'8" | 203 cm | 2.03 m |
| 6'9" | 206 cm | 2.06 m |
| 6'10" | 208 cm | 2.08 m |
| 6'11" | 211 cm | 2.11 m |
| 7'0" | 213 cm | 2.13 m |
How to Convert Height
Feet and Inches to Centimeters
Step-by-Step:
- Multiply feet by 12 to convert to inches
- Add the remaining inches
- Multiply total inches by 2.54 to get centimeters
Example: Convert 5'9" to cm
- 5 feet = 5 × 12 = 60 inches
- 60 + 9 = 69 inches total
- 69 × 2.54 = 175.26 cm ≈ 175 cm
Centimeters to Feet and Inches
Step-by-Step:
- Divide centimeters by 2.54 to get total inches
- Divide total inches by 12 to get feet (whole number)
- The remainder is the number of inches
Example: Convert 175 cm to feet and inches
- 175 ÷ 2.54 = 68.9 inches
- 68.9 ÷ 12 = 5 feet with remainder
- 0.74 × 12 ≈ 9 inches
- Result: 5'9"
Quick Reference Facts
- 1 foot = 30.48 cm
- 1 inch = 2.54 cm
- 1 meter = 3.281 feet
- Average adult male height (US): 5'9" (175 cm)
- Average adult female height (US): 5'4" (163 cm)
When You Need Height Conversion
- Medical records and health documentation
- International visa and passport applications
- Sports and fitness tracking
- Clothing and equipment sizing
- Travel and accommodation bookings
- Driver's licenses in different countries
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 5 feet 10 inches in cm?
5'10" equals 178 cm or 1.78 meters. This is above average height for males in most countries.
How tall is 170 cm in feet?
170 cm equals 5 feet 7 inches (5'7"). This is approximately average height globally.
Is 6 feet tall?
Yes, 6 feet (183 cm) is considered tall in most countries. It's above the average male height in the US (5'9") and most other countries.
Why do different countries use different height measurements?
The US primarily uses feet and inches (imperial system), while most other countries use centimeters and meters (metric system) as part of the International System of Units.
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